Run iyo ilkaba waa la caddeeyaa
REnglish Translation
Truth and teeth must both be shown
Context & Meaning
Honesty should be visible — clarity builds trust
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "R"
Rag saddex ka ogow: gacan gudhan, gar weecsan, iyo guddoon jilicsan
Beware three men: one with an open palm, one with ...
Beware three men: one with an open palm, one with ...
Rag la'aan waxba kuma yeeshee, rag xumaa ku disha
The absence of men is harmless, but bad men destro...
The absence of men is harmless, but bad men destro...
Ruux aan geeri iyo nolol midna ahayn, ma dhiman mana noola
One who's neither alive nor dead is in between
One who's neither alive nor dead is in between
Raad arooryo dib looma raaco
Morning footprints can't be followed back
Morning footprints can't be followed back
Riyuhu lugtooday shalan ku doontaan
Goats get caught by their own legs in the rope
Goats get caught by their own legs in the rope
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About Somali Proverbs
Somali proverbs (Maahmaah Soomaali) are an integral part of Somali culture, passed down through generations. They reflect the wisdom, values, and experiences of the Somali people, often relating to pastoral life, community, and traditional values.